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City editors Bailey and Patrick stand on the field at Riverfront Stadium while the Tampa Bay Sun players warm up behind. The sun is shining and the turf is a bright green color. The stands are filling with fans in the background.
Culture
Meet the editors behind TBAYtoday
Say hello to Bailey and Patrick — the brains behind your daily dose of Tampa Bay area news.
August 21, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
A red food truck with a sign that says Bern's Steak House with two windows is decorated with floral designs and a image of a stone statue of a woman sits on a gravel lot.
Food
Bern’s launches its own food truck at Tampa Bay Sun FC games
Now you can enjoy the steakhouse’s signature eats with a side of soccer.
August 20, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
Workers lay bricks down to form a roadway.
City
3 civic updates for Tampa Bay residents
We’ve got the updates you need to know, from Ybor City’s rebricking to stormwater funding.
August 20, 2024
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Bailey LeFever
A sprawling tree at Eureka Springs Park. There are tentacle-like branches covered in Spanish Moss and greenery surrounding the arbor. A blue sky is visible through the leaves and plants sit beneath the tree.
Culture
Cozy up with a book at these Tampa Bay reading spots
Our area is full of quiet corners, calm beaches, and tranquil coffee shops for you to turn a few pages.
August 19, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
Four Lightning players smile and celebrate on the ice. Two are fist-bumping, and the crowd at Amalie Arena is visible in the background.
Sports
Get ready for the Lightning’s 2024-2025 theme nights
The Bolts are preparing for the upcoming season, with special dates already announced.
August 19, 2024
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Patrick Sidwell
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Children are at the Winter Village at Curtis Hixon. There is fake snow falling and holiday lights are twinkling in the background.
Events
Catch a holiday movie outside this December in Tampa Bay
Here are some ways to get your holiday flick fix while enjoying the fresh air + cooler weather.
December 5, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
Rendering of the USF stadium. The image is set at night with floodlights on.
Sports
Tampa Bay sports roundup
We rounded up the most important sports happenings in our area to keep you in the know.
December 5, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
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Winter 2023 forecast for Tampa Bay
Prepare for winter weather in Tampa Bay, FL with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 4, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Food
Sip on these festive drinks from Tampa Bay area spots
Bring on the maple bourbon, salted brown butter, and a whole lotta peppermint.
December 4, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
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A Florida panther looks into the camera. It's a closeup and there is sun shining on the animal's back.
Nonprofits
Celebrate World Wildlife Conservation Day in the Tampa Bay area
The global event raises awareness about the dangers animals + their habitats are facing.
December 1, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
A reindeer walks through the snow. There are others grazing behind it.
City
How would Santa’s reindeer spend Christmas in Tampa Bay?
We wouldn’t want Rudolph getting bored now, would we?
December 1, 2023
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Patrick Sidwell
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City
15 Tampa Bay area December events
Take in the holiday lights, listen to merry tunes, shop for holiday gifts, and more at these local celebrations.
November 30, 2023
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Bailey LeFever
A watercolor patterned present image with blue florals.
Retail
Gift Guide: Our Editors’ picks for the 2023 holiday season
See what Editors Bailey and Patrick are shopping this year.
November 30, 2023
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Sarah Leonhardt
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City
Dive into Tampa’s 2023 Municipal Equality Index score
Why Tampa and St Pete scored 100 out of 100 in the Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
November 29, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto